This is the stuff my dreams, guys. A couple of years ago, I putted around the idea of drafting and selling my own patterns. An overwhelming sense of "where do I even start?" was probably the main reason I hesitated. Even though most of the patterns I sew are Digital PDFs, it's still incredibly daunting to buckle down and take the plunge into drafting your first one!My advice to those considering it: just tackle one task at a time and celebrate your tiny accomplishments and hurdles every step of the way.

this ZOU Playset has:

•contrast arm cuffs and plackets

•ear frills

•puff eyes

•little puff crown

•regular sized trunk pocket (which attaches to the shorts)

•snap-on tail with fringe

•ties

[size 3T shown here]

My girl had never shown a real interest in anything yet, until, around the holidays, she became inseparable from her stuffed "Horton hears a who" elephant plushie. And since I always look to my kids for inspiration (particularly for their birthdays) I focused on making her an elephant outfit. And then I had an epiphany: I'm going to make this into my first sell-able PDF Pattern! I decided to call it the ZOU Playset because zou is the Japanese word for elephant! Furthermore, I'm going to do this for each of my kids' birthdays, from now on! So get used to seeing some ultra fun, super kawaii inspired kids patterns popping up around here!✂🌈✂🎮✂🦄

I wanted it to look like an elephant without becoming an elephant costume. And of course there had to be surprise elements; there's nothing like seeing there face light up when they notice something isn't only what it seems! It's even more fun when your testers don't realize something is more than it seems, until they sew it! But in the same breath, I wanted it to be something that would look great without anything added as well: I love the full elephant look, AND the "no extras" version! So let's talk about those options, shall we:

ZOU Playset:

CROP TOP FEATURES

[sizes 2T-10Y]

•contrast side panels, arm cuffs, and button plackets

•gathered ear frills

•puff mini crown and eyes

•trunk that attaches to the bubble culottes and is [secretly] a pocket. (or mini trunk that fits completely on crop top.

There are countless ways to change up the options to make it special! It's such a comfy outfit and so perfect for summer outings when the sun is blazing down! Such a happy, little playset; it even looks cute layered.

This would be thing to sew up for the summer edition of Kids Clothes Week, May 23rd- 29th! So many sunny, happy reasons to make some smiles with handmade goodness!

My lovely testers for this pattern spanned the globe! They made such varied versions which really showcases the versatility of the ZOU PLAYSET. Check it out:

tester photo credits

top left: Magda, House of Estrela

top right: Melissa, Rebel and Malice

bottom left: Beth, Bee Attitude Crafts

bottom right: Zulma, Midnight Stitches

tester photo credits

top left: Katie

top right: Danielle, Starlynn's Closet

bottom left: Ari, Max-California

bottom right: me!

tester photo credits

top: Rachel, Once Upon a Sewing Machine

bottom: Kat, the Pink Kat; American Kat

tester photo credits

top left: Kiran

top right: Ari, Max-California

bottom left: Kate

bottom right: Jill

tester photo credits

top left: Lindsay, Sweet Bean Boutique

top right: Lore, Five Blessings Boutique

bottom left: Rachel, Once Upon a Sewing Machine

bottom right: Joyce

Aren't they all so lovely?! The multitude of fabrics choices really bring the pattern to life, right?! 🖤🖤🖤

The Zou Playset, as well as the separates, are on SALE for Mother's Day through Monday night using a secret code for all of my newsletter subscribers which takes 15% off!

Well what do you think!? I'm already drafting out my next pattern which will be even sillier than this one! You guys are going to LOVE IT!!!

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I specialize in making sewing patterns that are sure to make them smile! I think patterns should be fun to follow. Always full of surprises, I strive to make not only the pattern exciting but the instructions too! I hope you fall in love with them and make Sew Chibi Designs your newest favorite pattern shop! ✂🌈✂🦄✂🎮

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Interested in the whole collection? All patterns are unisex as well as extensive sizing for kids as young as 12M all the way up to 16Y (and, yes, perhaps even smaller adults! Check the size charts to see if it'll fit!)

The Zou Playset features a digital sewing pattern for a two piece ensemble consisting of a color-blocked crop top with loads of optional details as well as a pattern for super puffy "bubble" culottes with optional tail and ties (that attach to the crop top!) Perfect for summer wardrobe sewing!! 🌈🌞😎🐘

Zou much more than just shorts! The Zou Super Bubble Culottes is a playful nod to the Japanese word for elephant, mixed with a kawaii flair! The Zou Super Bubble Culottes are ultra-gathered, lined, bloomer-style shorts with an elastic waistband, a snap on tail option, and little ties! Perfect for summer wardrobe sewing!! 🌈🌞😎

Zou much more than just a crop top! The Zou Crop Top is a playful nod to the Japanese word for elephant, mixed with a kawaii flair! The Zou Crop Top features a mid-waist, boxy, wide boat-neck, crop top with princess seams (great for color-blocking) plus contrast button placket and cuffs. If you’re looking for MORE, there are a few optional pieces you can add: “elephant ear” frills, appliqué eyes and a pocket trunk (regular or mini-sized!), and a little puff crown to make it SUPER cute! Perfect for your kiddo's summer wardrobe!🌈🌞😎

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